S and Z Sound Identification

This video tutorial by Emma focuses on teaching the pronunciation of the s and z sounds. It begins with an introduction to the sounds, followed by detailed instructions on how to articulate each sound using the tongue and vibration. The video includes practice sessions with words and sentences for both sounds, as well as minimal pairs to help distinguish between them. The tutorial concludes with a call to practice more and links to additional resources.

What are the two sounds being focused on in this lesson?

• M and N

• A and B

• S and Z

• P and Q

Which part of the tongue is used to produce the S sound?

• Blade

• Tip

• Root

• Back

Where should the blade of the tongue touch to produce the S sound?

• Post alveolar ridge

• Lips

• Teeth

• Hard palate

What is crucial for producing the S sound correctly?

• Closing lips tightly

• Vibrating vocal cords

• Leaving space for air

• Pressing hard

How does the Z sound differ from the S sound?

• It uses the tongue tip

• It adds vibration

• It requires lip movement

• It is voiceless

Which word contains the S sound in the initial position?

• Lesson

• Castle

• Sing

• Bus

Which sentence uses the S sound?

• She's busy in the afternoons.

• My cousin loves zombie films.

• The puzzle is easy.

• She likes to sit and sing songs.

Which word contains the Z sound?

• Castle

• Sit

• Seed

• Zone

Which sentence uses the Z sound?

• What's the address for the school?

• I'm sorry for the mess.

• The puzzle is easy.

• She likes to sit and sing songs.

What is a minimal pair for 'lacy'?

• Buzz

• Lies

• Lazy

• Raise